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...Young soldiers will continue to die in Iraq until the U.S. realizes it hasn't cornered the market on pride and love of country." BILL STRUBBE Oakland, Calif...
...spars with journalists over the precise meaning of guerrilla war, Americans are suffering casualties on a daily basis, and their attempts to help the Iraqi people rebuild a country sputter and stall in the face of a security nightmare. No one in the U.S. government or military can take pride in the postwar situation. Instead of planning to protect Iraqis' most precious resources, we became helpless witnesses to the chaotic looting and sabotage of an entire country. HARRY TUBMAN Pleasant Valley, Conn...
...spars with journalists over the precise meaning of guerrilla war, Americans are suffering casualties on a daily basis, and their attempts to help the Iraqi people rebuild a country sputter and stall in the face of a security nightmare. No one in the U.S. government or military can take pride in the postwar situation. Instead of planning to protect Iraqis' most precious resources, we became helpless witnesses to the chaotic looting and sabotage of an entire country. Harry Tubman Pleasant Valley...
...unload its U.S.-based media assets, which include several cable channels and the Universal movie studio. Late last year, Texas oilman Marvin Davis offered $20 billion for the U.S. assets, and Vivendi acted insulted; a Vivendi official at the time suggested that Davis "take a hike." That bit of pride is proving costly. Last week, a promising suitor, MGM, pulled out of the auction, saying the price Vivendi now seeks - $14 billion - is too high. MGM reckoned the package was worth no more than $11.5 billion. Two days later, Viacom hinted its interest had waned. That leaves only three bidders...
...Genuine Hawaiian aloha shirts from the 1960s and '70s take pride of place on his walls, and a pair of vintage, indigo Big E Levi's hang by the door. "Not for sale," says Preecha. "Just to attract good customers." Levi's, especially Red Tab and Big E versions, as well as Japanese denim brands such as Evisu, are in strong demand with collectors, he says...